José Gregorio Hernández, a figure who transcends medicine and enters the realm of the eternal. For us Venezuelans, ‘Jose Gregorio’ isn’t just a historical figure; he is the silent guest in our homes, the hope we whisper to in our hardest hours, and the reminder that science and faith can walk hand in hand. Painting him was a journey through our own resilience. He represents the best of us: service, humility, and unwavering kindness. May his light continue to heal and unite us, wherever in the world we may be. ✨” Jose Gregorio Hernandez was canonized on October 19, 2025